Dunhill Links: Shane Lowry in tie for second at 'the most special place in the world'

Shane Lowry: In a four-way tie for second. Picture: Malcolm Mackenzie/PA

Shane Lowry and Kinsale's John Murphy are in a four-man share of second place at the Alfred Dunhill Links Championship in Scotland.

However, England's Danny Willett sitting on 14-under holds a three-stroke lead ahead of the chasing pack which includes his compatriots Tyrrell Hatton and Richard Bland.

Daniel Gavins, Joakim Lagergren of Sweden and Denmark's Jeff Winther are a shot further back heading into Sunday's final round.

Just days after returning from Wisconsin and Europe's disappointing Ryder Cup defeat, Lowry says he is determined to get over the line on Sunday - where he has to beat his opponents and fatigue.

“There's a bit of fatigue, all right," the Offaly man said. "Obviously, it's a bit of calm now from last week (at the Ryder Cup) to this week, but it's still a big tournament. I'm a competitive person. When I come to play, I want to do well. So, I'm out there giving it my all.

“Managed to play some nice golf over the last three days, I'm in a nice position now going into tomorrow, and I look forward to it.

“Anybody that's involved in golf or into golf and has been here knows that this place is probably one of the most special places in the world, if not the most special place. So, to be able to lift the trophy on that green will be incredible.”

Co Antrim's Michael Hoey is in the top 30 on five-under while a three-over round saw Padraig Harrington fall outside the top-100 at the Links tournament.